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SIGN4L Signs MoU with MBDA, CILAS on High-Energy Laser Weapons Systems
2021-03-01 Read More...
SIGN4L, a regional leader in the provision of agile, adaptive and reliable electronic warfare and intelligence (EW&I) solutions, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MBDA, a world leader in missile systems offering a comprehensive

Tawazun, Saab Ink Multiple Agreements at IDEX 2021
2021-03-01 Read More...
Tawazun Economic Council and Tawazun Technology and Innovation have signed multiple agreements with Saab on the first day of the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2021) which took place in Abu Dhabi from 21-25 February

Arquus Launches Hornet Business Unit to Offer its RCWS Worldwide
2021-02-26 Read More...
On Monday, February 22nd, Arquus has officially launched a new division dedicated to the global development and marketing of the company’s Remote-ControlledWeapon Systems: the Hornet Business

Leonardo’s Drink-Can-Sized Decoy Launched from GA-ASI MQ-9
2021-02-26 Read More...
Leonardo and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) are working together to bring the world-class protection offered by Leonardo’s BriteCloud expendable active decoy to operators of the MQ-9 remotely-piloted aircraft system

$5.49 Billion Deals Signed over First 4 Days of IDEX & NAVDEX
2021-02-25 Read More...
The fourth day (24 February) of the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX) 2021 has seen the UAE Armed Forces sign 24 new deals, worth AED 2.140 billion (US$ 586 million), with local and international

EDGE, Lockheed Martin Sign MoU at IDEX 2021
2021-02-25 Read More...
EDGE, the UAE’s advanced technology group for defence and beyond, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Lockheed Martin, the US-based global technology leader, to explore industrial participation opportunities across the UAE’s aerospace

Yahsat Inks Strategic Partnerships with L3Harris and NIMR
2021-02-25 Read More...
Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat), the UAE’s flagship satellite services operator has announced that its dedicated government arm, Yahsat Government Solutions, has signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) - one with

SAMI-NIMR Sign First Saudi-Emirati Military Industries Agreement
2021-02-24 Read More...
Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), signed a Teaming Agreement with NIMR, a UAE-based leading manufacturer of combat-proven light- and medium-weight wheeled military

Arquus Launches the Scarabee at IDEX 2021
2021-02-24 Read More...
Arquus is proud to present its jewel, the Scarabee, for the very first time abroad atIDEX 2021. Arquus’ most advanced vehicle, it incorporates the most modern andinnovative technologies developed by the company, including hybrid drive,

Paramount Group Launches Long Range Swarming UAV System
2021-02-24 Read More...
In a move to bolster armed forces’ tactical situational awareness and precision strike capabilities while minimizing personnel risk and collateral damage, Paramount Advanced Technologies (PAT), subsidiary to Paramount

GAMI, State Authority for Military Industry of Belarus Sign MoU
2021-02-24 Read More...
Saudi General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) signed in Abu Dhabi a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in the field of military industries with the State Authority for Military Industry of the Republic of Belarus, on the sidelines of the

Pelican Presents New Lines of Products at IDEX 2021
2021-02-23 Read More...
The Aerospace, Defence and Security sectors are entering a new era, the complexity of which demands agility and innovation. Organisations must navigate these uncharted waters to rethink and reimagine tomorrow’s aerospace and

AM General Displays All-New HUMVEE NXT 360 at IDEX 2021
2021-02-23 Read More...
Leading light tactical vehicle manufacturer, AM General, is participating in the International Defence Exhibition & Conference (IDEX) show held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre February 21-25,

Airbus Showcases Helicopters, Defence & Space Capabilities at IDEX 2021
2021-02-23 Read More...
Airbus is showcasing a wide range of cutting-edge technologies, capabilities and solutions from Airbus Defence and Space andAirbus Helicopters at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX)

BAE Systems Showcases Technology & Partnership at IDEX 2021
2021-02-23 Read More...
Cutting edge technologies that deliver defence and security solutions acrossmulti-domains are at the centre of BAE Systems’ exhibit at IDEX 2021 taking place from 21-25 February at ADNEC (Abu Dhabi National

Rohde & Schwarz at IDEX: System Solutions for Land, Air, Sea Deployment
2021-02-23 Read More...
At this year’s IDEX, taking place from February 21 to 25, 2021, in Abu Dhabi, UAE, the Rohde & Schwarz booth is showcasing the NAVICS integrated naval communications system, secure software defined radios of the SOVERON product family brand,

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